Called in here one lunchtime when I found my usual Bloxham pub of choice, the Elephant Castle, absolutely chock-a-block. A pleasant enough venue, it has been tastefully refurbished but, for me, it lacks the character and the buzz of a traditional pub that you...get in the affore mentioned Elephant'. The food is grade about that at the Elephant' and priced accordingly, although it is still reasonable value for what it is. I thoroughly enjoyed the Roasted Belly of Pork which came with mustard mash, some very nice red cabbage, carrots and sugar-snap peas. Curiously there is a Theakstons sign on the pub and also an interesting Theaksons lamp to the rear but none of that Yorkshire brewery's ales...
Bloxham is a picturesque village with old cottages in well kept surroundings. The pub is down a side street off the main highway with on road parking and a private car park at the rear. The quaint stone building has lots of external character some...of which remains inside. A past modernisation looks ok though some areas need another refresh and the toilets definitely need attention. But there is ample seating and a pleasant bar area. We dropped by on the way to visit nearby Broughton Castle (limited opening days/ times) so this venue was convenient for lunch. The menu offered weekday lunches for with half a dozen dishes to choose from. Fish and chips and the scampi came up hot, tasty and ni...
I visited for an early evening dinner and was pleasantly surprised by the wide variety on offer. I ordered their Steak Ale pie which was absolutely delicious and definitely a hearty meal to fulfil my hungry appetite. The waitress Dawn was delightful and upon...clearing my empty plate offered me a choice of deserts, highly recommending the Eton Mess Sundae which was equally as delicious. I’m home for a nap know and will most definitely be returning. Stars.
As regular diners over many years we see the standard of cooking rise and fall a little as staff change. Currently the newish team is really on the ball. The Sunday lunch was excellent in every ingredient and was a lovely fair priced meal. The...staff, as always, were lovely.
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friendly Portuguese pub, with Portuguese and British beer as well as a small selection of Portuguese diners from the kitchen. great place to catch the European football. some people could be put off from the outside, but not judge a book of his cover.
The joiners arims is typical of an Engish country pub, with a good atmosphere, a lovely choice of ales and beers, and good food on offer. The staff seemed friendly, and it was a nice spot to refresh after a long day!
They serve large Portuguese coffees (Delta) and beers (Super Bock) with amazing service. Additionally, there are some Portuguese products available at the restaurant.
New chef and a very good menu. Food very good and friendly helpful staff. Good atmosphete in this very old pub/restaurant.
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The staff is very friendly, the atmosphere is pleasant, and the cocktails are delicious.
The coffee and pastel de nata were both very good. I highly recommend it.
